Velvet Monkey is a space for self-expression and empowerment through the sacred art of tattooing. The end goal is to ensure clients feel more at home in their skin.

At Velvet Monkey valuing client consent, safety, and comfort is top priority. From initial consultation to the final artwork, open communication is the key to create a space where everyone feels safe, heard, and valued. Driven by a passion to educate, Cassie works closely with each client to transform their ideas into unique, personalized tattoos.

Private Tattoo Studio

FAQs

  • Request to book via Jotform here. This does not guarantee you an appointment time, please expect to hear back from an artist within 7 days. If you want a consultation or have questions before you book, please email velvetmonkeytattoo@gmail.com or DM on Instagram at @velvetmonkeytattoo

  • Velvet Monkey is appointment only!

  • You are welcome to bring numbing cream and apply it in the studio, or ask for numbing cream while you are here to avoid it wearing off before your session is complete. Please be aware that numbing cream may affect the tattooing and healing process as it pulls blood away from the surface of the skin, affecting the skin texture and quality of results. Using numbing cream may require more touch-ups in the future after healing. I recommend applying numbing cream after line-work is done (before shading) when the skin is broken for best absorption on tattoos that are larger or in sensitive areas.

  • Please limit guests to one person 18 years or older. No children or pets. Service animals are always welcome - just please inform your artist if you will be bringing a guest or service animal before your appointment.

  • Please contact us to reschedule your appointment as soon as possible before your appointment time if you are feeling under the weather. Masks are appreciated if you are feeling well, have tested negative for COVID, but still have a cough. Please avoid taking blood-thinning medications if possible leading up to your appointment to avoid increased risk of bruising, excessive bleeding or infection.

  • Eat a big meal and hydrate before coming to your appointment. Try to lotion the area(s) you want tattooed for at least a week leading up to your appointment. Wear cozy clothes that can be adjusted comfortably based on tattoo placement. Avoid drinking alcohol for up to 24 hours before getting tattooed.

  • Remove second-skin bandage 3-4 days from application

    After removal, rinse with warm water & pat dry with a clean paper towel

    Apply a thin layer of unscented lotion or ointment up to twice daily

    When cleansing, only use unscented soaps

    Avoid scratching, pulling, rubbing or sweating on your new tattoo

    Do not submerge your tattoo in water or allow it in direct sunlight for 3 weeks

    Once healed, wear sunscreen, lotion your tattoo often, and send pictures to your artist!

  • Touch-ups are offered free of charge for all clients - please fill out a booking form here.

  • I usually will not cover up existing work, unless it is extremely small! I do not rework tattoos done by another artist. For a cover-up consultation, please email velvetmonkeytattoo@gmail.com or DM on Instagram at @velvetmonkeytattoo before you book.